U.S. 34D bridge work in east Greeley extends road closure

A bridge repair project on the U.S. 34D business route in east Greeley is expected to continue through November, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation.

The $4.8 million project, which started in March, was delayed because of unexpected structural issues and weather, officials said. From U.S. 34D and U.S. 34 west to 24th Street, access will remain closed. According to a news release, a detour will continue to direct drivers to U.S. 34 and U.S. 85.

As construction continues, Hamilton Construction Company project manager Tony Strain said he does not anticipate further delays. Last week, he said, crews poured the bridge deck. They plan to pave the bridge the week of Oct. 29 and anticipate the remaining work, including installing bridge rails and guards, will be complete in three weeks.

Since the project started, crews have resurfaced 18th Street from 1st Avenue to the bridge over the South Platte River.